Dr. Chinwe Priscilla Okonkwo
Dr. Chinwe Priscilla Okonkwo is a LECTURER I in PURE AND INDUSTRIAL CHEMISTRY Department, Faculty Of Physical Sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
I am a result-driven, committed, and articulate hardworking chemist with a passion for success. I possess a good team spirit, deadline-oriented, and have the ability to succeed in any challenging and demanding environment.
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Address: | Pure And Industrial Chemistry, Faculty Of Physical Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES |
Department/Sub-Unit: | PURE AND INDUSTRIAL CHEMISTRY |
Social Profiles
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.. (Doctor of Philosophy, February, 2023) May, 2017 to February, 2023 PhD Analytical Chemistry |
| 2 | University Of Calabar, Calabar.. (Master Degree, August, 2016) April, 2014 to December, 2015 M.Sc M.Sc Analytical Chemistry |
| 3 | University Of Nigeria Nsukka. (Bachelor Degree, January, 2013) October, 2008 to July, 2012 B.Sc B.Sc Pure And Industrial Chemistry |
| 4 | Federal Government College Enugu. (NECO, January, 2007) October, 2001 to July, 2006 |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Chairman, Lecture Monitoring Committee, Faculty of Physical Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka March, 2025 to Present |
| 2 | Member, Annual Lecture Committee, Faculty of Physical Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka March, 2025 to Present |
| 3 | Departmental CEP Coordinator, Department of Pure and Industrial Chemistry, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka January, 2024 to March, 2026 |
| 4 | Lecturer I, Department of Pure and Industrial Chemistry, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. October, 2023 to Present |
| 5 | MEMBER, CSN TECHNICAL COMMITTEE November, 2022 to December, 2022 |
| 6 | Course Adviser, Department of Pure and Industrial Chemistry, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. January, 2022 to August, 2025 |
| 7 | Lecturer II, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. June, 2020 to October, 2023 |
Creative Output
| Books | |
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| 1 | C. C. Ezeani, C. C. Obi, C. E. Oguazu, C. E. Uzor , C. P. Okonkwo, JP. C. Enemuo, K. A. Awopeju, M. I. Obiajulu, N. O. Eriobu, O. E. . Uzowulu, R. C. Uchefuna, S. O. Muojiama, U. C. Okafor. (2023, January) FUNDAMENTALS OF HISTORY AND PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE FAB Educational Books |
| Book Chapters | |
| 1 | Chinwe P. Okonkwo & Modestus O. Okwu. (2024, October) Feedstocks for sustainable biodiesel production Wiley and sons |
| 2 | Okonkwo C.P., Chris-Okafor P.U., Egwuatu C.I., Amadi E. G., Nkwegu U., Onuoha M.U.. (2023, February) Fundamental Approach to basic physical chemistry Mercyseat Capstone Prints |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | CI Egwuatu, CE Nnaji, OF Obumselu, CP Okonkwo. (2026, January), "Extraction and Characterisation of Oils from Cussonia bateri (Jansa) and Chrysobalanus icaco (Omillo) Seeds as Potential Renewable Resources", Journal of Applied Chemical Science International, 2026 |
| 2 | CM Obiadi, IM Iloamaeke, CP Okonkwo. (2026, May), "Adsorptive Removal and Kinetic Modelling of Colour, Turbidity, and COD from Slaughterhouse Wastewater using Biosynthesized Silver Nanoparticles from Aqueous Extract of Pineapple Peel (Ananas Comosus)", ANACHEM |
| 3 | Mbonu, I.J., Ajala, P. O., Okonkwo, C.P. and Kalu, D.M. (2025, January), "Theoretical Exploration of Fullerene-based X-Y@C80 (X = In, Sb, Te) Nanomaterials as Sensors for Thioguanine", Diamond & Related Materials, (Issue 153), pp 1-30 |
| 4 | J. O. Ndubuisi, U. E. Ekpunobi, B. O. Umeokoli, P. C. Ezeagwu, P. C. Okonkwo, B. U. Modozie, C. I. Aghanwa, O. A. Princewill. (2025, November), "Performance Evaluation of Acid-Impregnated and Unimpregnated Solid Catalysts in the Production of Biofuel from Selected Local Seed Oils", ANACHEM |
| 5 | Ikeuba, A. I., Ita, B.I., Okonkwo ,C. P., Ekuri, P.E., Edet, H.O., Amajama J and Iwuji P. C. (2024, August), "Review of computational methods used in the evaluation corrosion inhibition of metallic materials.", Discover Chemical Engineering, pp 4-28 |
| 6 | Chinwe P. Okonkwo, Vincent I. E. Ajiwe, Alexander I. Ikeuba, Wilfred Emori, Modestus O. Okwu and Jude I. Ayogu. (2023, June), "Production and performance evaluation of biodiesel from Elaeis guineensis using natural snail shell-based heterogeneous catalyst: kinetics, modeling and optimisation by artificial neural network", Royal Society of Chemistry Advances, : 10.1039/d3ra02456c |
| 7 | Amalachukwu Ifeyinwa Obi , Vincent Ishmael Ajiwe, and Chinwe Priscilla Okonkwo. (2023, June), "Equilibrium and Kinetic Studies of Crude Oil Sorption on Unmodified and Modified Napier Grass", Makara Journal of Science, Vol. 27, (Issue 2), DOI: 10.7454/mss.v27i2.1458 |
| 8 | C.P. Okonkwo , V.I.E. Ajiwe , M.C. Obiadi , M.O. Okwu , J.I. Ayogu. (2023, January), "Production of biodiesel from the novel non-edible seed of Chrysobalanus icaco using natural heterogeneous catalyst: Modeling and prediction using Artificial Neural Network", Elsevier, Vol. 385, (Issue 135631), pp 1-9, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2022.135631 |
| 9 | Chinwe Priscilla Okonkwo, Vincent Ishmael Egbulefu Ajiwe, Ebuka Chidiebere Mmaduakor, Njideka Veronica Nwankwo. (2022, January), "Modelling and Optimization of Biodiesel Production Process Parameters from Jansa Seed Oil (Cussonia bateri) Using Artificial Neural Network", American Journal of Applied Chemistry, Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 7-14 |
| 10 | Chinwe Priscilla Okonkwo1, *, Vincent Ishmael Egbulefu Ajiwe, Matthew Chiemezie Obiadi, Collins Chibuzor Odidika, Modestus Okwu. (2021, October), "Kinetics and Transesterification of the Oil Obtained from Cussonia bateri (Jansa Seed) as a Step in Biodiesel Production Using Natural Heterogeneous Catalyst", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 9, (Issue 5), pp 164-171 |
| 11 | Chinwe Priscilla Okonkwo, Vincent Ishmael Egbulefu Ajiwe, Matthew Chiemezie Obiadi, Modestus Okwu.. (2021, October), "A Systematic Review of Biodiesel Production with Sustainable Feedstock Using Assorted Catalyst", American Journal of Applied Chemistry, Vol. 9, (Issue 5), pp 154-163 |
| 12 | Ebele Joy Morah, Vincent Ishmael Egbulefu Ajiwe* , Priscilla Chinwe Okonkwo, Blessing Chidimma Ikezuagu, Nkiruka Charity Eboagu, Ozioma Juliana Anekw. (2021, June), "Elemental Analysis of Soil and Effluent Samples Sourced from Hermas Paint Industry, Enugwu-Ukwu", American Journal of Applied Chemistry |
| 13 | Ebele Joy Morah, Theresa Uzoma Onuegbu* , Priscilla Chinwe Okonkwo, Blessing Chidimma Ikezuagu, Nkiruka Charity Eboagu, Ozioma Juliana Anekwe. (2021, June), "Physico-chemical Analysis Of Effluent Samples From Hermas Paint Industry Enugwu-Ukwu, Anambra State", American Journal of Applied and Industrial Chemistry, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 22-26 |
| 14 | A. S. Ogbuagu, I. U. Nwali2 , S. N. Ezem, C. T. Onyema and C. P. Okonkwo. (2021, June), "CHROMATOGRAPHIC, INFRARED SPECTRAL AND ANTI-INFLAMMATORY STUDIES OF ETTHYL ACETATE AND METHANOL EXTRACT OF THE SEED OF D. EDULIS", Journal of chemical Society of Nigeria, Vol. 46, (Issue 3), pp 529-540 |
| 15 | Okafor, V. N. ., Okafor, U. W., Anyalebechi, R. I. ., Obiadi, M. C. ., Obiefuna, J. N. ., & Okonkwo, C. P. .. (2020, August), "DENSITY EFFECTS AND ITS RELATIONSHIP WITH MAJOR FLAME CHARACTERISTICS OF SELECTED FIRE TOLERANT TREES IN SOUTH-EAST NIGERIA: A LOOK AT OVEN AND SUN DRIED TIMBERS", Journal of Chemical Society of Nigeria, Vol. 45, (Issue 5), pp 852-862 |
| 16 | Collins Chibuzor Odidika* , Nkiruka Charity Eboagu, Chinwe Priscilla Okonkwo, Christian Chukwuemeka Oli, Tochukwu Blessing Okonkwo. (2020, July), "Analysis Of Heavy Metal Content In Selected Noodles Sold In Main Market, Onitsha, Anambra State, Nigeria", Open Science Journal of Bioscience and Bioengineering, Vol. 7, pp 26-29 |
| 17 | V. N. Okafor1*, C. M. Umenne1 , B. I. Tabugbo1 , C. P. Okonkwo1 , J. N. Obiefuna1 , U. W. Okafor2 , R. I. Anyalebechi3. (2020, October), "Potentiality Of Diethylamine As Agent Of Deproteination And Deacetylation In The Extraction Of Chitosan From Scylla Serrata Shell", Chemistry and Materials Research, Vol. 12, pp 35-45 |
| 18 | Vincent Nwalieji Okafor1,*, Regina Igwe Anyalebechi2 , Ugochukwu Wilson Okafor3 , Chinwe Priscilla Okonkwo4 , Joy Ngozika Obiefuna4 , Matthew Chiemez. (2020, July), "Phytochemical Constituents Of Extracts Of Hops And Some Potential Nigerian Hop Substitutes: A Comparative Study In Beer Brewing", International Journal of Biological and Chemical Research, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 1-7 |
| 19 | Osabor V.N, Okonkwo P.C, Ikeuba A.I.. (2017, February), "Chemical Profile Of Leaves And Seeds Of Pentaclethra Macrophylla Benth.", BluePen, Vol. 5, pp 11-17 |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Okwu, M. O., Oyejide, O. J., Oyekalea, J., Ezekiel, K., Maware, C., Orikpete, O. F. and Okonkwo, C. P. (2024, September), "Application of Fuzzy Mamdani Model for Biogas Yield Prediction in Anaerobic Co-Digestion of Decomposable Wastes", Elsevier, Vol. 232, pp 2259-2268 |
| 2 | Edward, A.B., Okwu, M.O., Oreko, B.U., Ugorji, C. K. Ezekiel , O.F and Okonkwo, C. P.. (2024, September), "[PDF] from sciencedirect.com Development of a Smart Monitoring System for Advancing LPG Cylinder Safety and Efficiency in Sub-Saharan Africa", Elsevier, (Issue 232), pp 839–848 |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Grants | |
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| 1 | Collaborator: "Institution Based Research" (January, 2024). Ongoing sponsored grant by TETFUND |
| Editorships | |
| 1 | Editor, "Fundamental Approach to Basic Physical Chemistry" (February, 2023) |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "Environmental science and pollution research international" (October, 2023) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Examiner, "Proposal Defence" (March, 2026 to March, 2026). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Chairman, "Lecture Monitoring Committee, Faculty of Physical Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka." (March, 2025) |
| 2 | Member, "Faculty annual Lecture Committee" (March, 2025) |
| 3 | CEP COORDINATOR, "Department of Pure and Industrial Chemistry, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka." (January, 2024) |
| 4 | Secretary General, "Connected Indigenous People of Agulu in Diaspora" (November, 2023) |
| 5 | Academic Adviser, "Department of Pure and Industrial Chemistry, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka." (February, 2022) |
| 6 | Secretary, "Faculty of Physical Sciences Grants Committee" (March, 2021 to August, 2023) |
| 7 | Member, "CEP Unit, Department of Pure and Industrial Chemistry" (February, 2021) |
| 8 | Member, "Faculty of Physical Sciences ICT Committee" (March, 2021 to August, 2023) |
| 9 | Assistant secretary, "Connected Indigeneous People of Agulu in Diaspora" (November, 2019) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Affiliate Member, "Royal Society of Chemistry" - 684588 (member since 2023), https://members.rsc.org/site/RiSE/Contacts/ContactLayouts/AccountPage.aspx?ID=684588&WebsiteKey=97faea93-c62b-4599-bb57-f26718b875e8 |
| 2 | Full Member, "American Chemical Society" - 33509654 (member since 2022), https://myaccount.acs.org/myaccount/AcctOverview.html |
| 3 | Full Member, "Chemical Society of Nigeria" (member since 2021), https://chemsociety.org.ng/membership |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "2nd International Annual Conference of Faculty Physical Sciences Nnamdi Azikiwe Awka.", (Faculty of Physical Sciences Nnamdi Azikiwe University), 4th December, 2024 to 6th December, 2024; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 2 | "International Conference of the Faculty of Physical Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe Unniveristy", (Faculty of Physical Sciences Nnamdi Azikiwe University), 30th November, 2023 to 2nd December, 2023; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 3 | "Global Electrical and Electronic Waste: Health Hazards for Africa", (The International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry and The Chemical Society of Nigeria), 11th July, 2021 to 11th November, 2021; Yard 158 Oregun Lagos |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Essentials of Effective Career Coaching and Counselling", (Centre for Counselling and Career Development), 15th April, 2025 to 17th April, 2025; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 2 | "Africa of our Dream Initiative Chemical Science Lecture and Workshop", (Africa of our Dream Education Initiative), 31st May, 2023 to 1st June, 2023; Zoom |
| 3 | "Computational Chemistry and Smarter Writing", (Chemical Society of Nigeria Women in Chemistry), 10th May, 2023 to 11th May, 2023; Zoom |
| Other Events | |
| 1 | "Empowering Diversity In Science", (Chemical Society of Nigeria), 9th February, 2021 to 9th February, 2021; Board Room, Faculty of Physical Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
| 2 | "Implications Of Chemistry In An Emerging Economy", (Chemical Society of Nigeria (CSN). Anambra state chapter), 28th July, 2017 to 28th July, 2017; Anambra |
| 3 | "International Conference On Oceanography: Climate Change And Coastal Areas Sustainability In Tropical And Sub-tropical Regions", (Institute of Oceanography), 12th November, 2013 to 14th November, 2013; University of Calabar |
| 4 | "Youth Enterprise With Innovations In Nigeria", (Enterprise Development Centre : PAN AFRICAN UNIVERSITY), 28th February, 2013 to 1st March, 2013; South- East region, Enugu. |
| 5 | "Chemistry A Veritable Tool For Producing Viable Youths", (Student Chemical Society Of Nigeria , South-East Region.), 5th August, 2012 to 8th August, 2012; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
| 6 | "A International Workshop On Nuclear Magnetic Resonance", (Chemical Society of Nigeria, Enugu Chapter), 20th June, 2012 to 22nd June, 2012; University of Nigeria Nsukka |